Detroit — Following a second consecutive season with the worst record in the NBA, the Detroit Pistons are seeking new leadership.
A day after the Pistons' 14-68 season ended, the franchise announced Monday that it will be hiring a head of basketball operations. This person will directly to team owner Tom Gores.
Our fans, players, and entire organization have endured an exceptionally trying and aggravating season," Gores remarked. The correct complementary talent will be surrounded by our core group of young players, and we will continue to invest in them.
In an effort to revive fan enthusiasm for a team that has already won three NBA championships, the Pistons are putting a lot of faith in their young core of 22-year-olds Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren, and Jaden Ivey.
The team has confirmed that the basketball coaching staff and general manager Troy Weaver, who has a four-year record of 74-244 with the franchise, will remain in their positions.
Going above and beyond to assemble a championship squad is my top priority, Gores declared. "Everything is being considered. Even though this season has been challenging, we still have hope for a bright future. We are capable of and will do the task at hand accurately. The Pistons are entering a crucial summer.
After San Antonio won the lottery and acquired Victor Wembanyama last year, Detroit will be hoping to secure the first overall pick in the next NBA draft.
Under first-year coach Monty Williams, the Pistons went on a losing streak that began in October and continued until late December, setting an NBA single-season record. Despite this, they fell short of ending their five-year postseason absence.
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